Under general direction, the Senior Academic Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of specific duties as related to the academic progress of student-athletes for assigned sports. The position serves as a central resource and support to student-athletes on areas of curriculum, academic requirements, and satisfactory progress. The Advisor maintains compliance with university rules and regulations. Responsibilities include implementing academic support programs for the student; providing one-on-one learning skills strategies; identifying individuals' need for tutoring assistance; serving as liaison to academic advisors; and monitoring individual and group levels of academic performance. Additionally the Senior Advisor serves as an instructor for a one hour University core credit course, updates the student-athlete handbook annually, leads a student athlete orientation session, and assists with career services.
Job Responsibilities: Serve as the primary Academic Advisor for Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track and field, Spirit Groups *Send out progress reports and travel letters for all student-athletes * Create and maintain a master student-athlete roster and code each student-athlete appropriately * Serve on committees as assigned including the Advising Leadership Committee and the SLU 101 Committee *Hire, train, and supervise athletic study hall monitors and tutors *Schedule tutoring services for certain sports including men’s basketball *Serve as the Student Athlete Advisory Committee liaison (SAAC) *Oversee the Student Athlete Mentor Program *Utilize the Compliance Assistance Program *Serve as the event coordinator for the Academic Excellence Night and the Straight A Celebration for Athletics *Serve as an instructor for a one hour University core credit course *Assist with career development and life skills services* Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner* Performs other duties as assigned
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner * Excellent communication and decision making skills required for working with diverse groups *Strong written communication skills; excellent organizational skills with accuracy and attention to detail ? Demonstrated appreciation for diversity and inclusion
Saint Louis University sponsors 16 sports in NCAA Division I and is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. The mission of the department of athletics is to provide a program of intercollegiate athletics that fosters and supports a positive educational and athletic experience, not only for student-athletes, but also for the entire Saint Louis University community. The athletic program is guided by the highest standards and ideals of integrity, sportsmanship, ethical conduct, equitable opportunities for all students and staff, including women and minorities, academic excellence and athletics achievement. The intercollegiate athletics program strives to develop the whole person (body, mind and spirit) in accord with the Jesuit Catholic mission of Saint Louis University.
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected vet...erans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
